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Suppression of nociception by Ocimum masaiense root extract involves
(2011)
The members of genus Ocimum find wide application in traditional medicine. The
current study was undertaken to evaluate the probable mechanisms of antinociceptive
action of chloroform/ethanol extracts of Ocimum masaiense ...
Use of Dry Land Tree Species (Prosopis juliflora) Seed Pods as Supplement Feed for Goats in the Arid and Semi Arid Lands of Kenya
(2011)
Abstract: This study was conducted to determine the potential of incorporating Prosopis juliflora seed pods into typical dry land livestock production systems to minimize feed scarcity during the dry seasons and avoiding ...
Phytochemical investigation of the stem bark of millettia oblata ssp. Teitensis for antiplasmodial andlarvicidal principles
(University of Nairobi, 2011)
The genus Millettia is rich in flavonoids and isoflavonoids. In the search for compounds
with antiplasmodial and larvicidal activities from medicinal plants, the stem barks of
Millettia oblata ssp. teitensis were analysed. ...
Surgery for post-vitrectomy cataract (Review)
(2011)
Background
Cataract formation or acceleration can occur after intraocular surgery, especially following vitrectomy, a surgical technique for removing
the vitreous used in the treatment of disorders that affect the posterior ...
Farmers' ethno-ecological knowledge of the termite problem in semi-arid Nakasongola
(2011)
Infestation and destruction of rangeland vegetation by subterranean termites is a major constraint to livestock production in the rangelands of Uganda, particularly, in semi-arid Nakasongola. Ethno¬ecological studies on ...
Viral linkage in HIV-1 seroconverters and their partners in an HIV-1 prevention clinical trial.
(Univesity of Nairobi, 2011-03)
BACKGROUND:
Characterization of viruses in HIV-1 transmission pairs will help identify biological determinants of infectiousness and evaluate candidate interventions to reduce transmission. Although HIV-1 sequencing is ...
Antibiotic prescription patterns at admission into a tertiary level intensive care unit in Northern India
(University of Nairobi, 2011-10)
CONTEXT:
An audit of antibiotic prescribing patterns is an important indicator of the quality and standard of clinical practice.
AIMS:
To study the (1) antibiotic prescription and consumption patterns at admission ...
Is 'Opt-Out HIV Testing' a real option among pregnant women in rural districts in Kenya?
(University of Nairobi., 2011-03)
BACKGROUND:
An 'opt-out' policy of routine HIV counseling and testing (HCT) is being implemented across sub-Saharan Africa to expand prevention of mother-to-child transmission (PMTCT). Although the underlying assumption ...
Hypoglycemic Activity of Some Kenyan Plants Traditionally used to Manage Diabetes Mellitus in Eastern Province
(2011)
In this study five aqueous extracts; Bidens pilosa, Strychnos henningsii, Aspilia pluriseta, Catha edulis and Erythrina abyssinica were screened for anti-diabetic activity and their in vivo safety evaluated. The anti-diabetic ...
AN EVALUATION OF HEALTH RELATED QUALITY OF LIFE IN PATIENTS WITH RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS
(2011)
Objective: To determine Health Related Quality Of Life (HRQOL) profiles of patients with Rheumatoid
Arthritis (RA).
Design: Prospective, cross-sectional study.
Setting: Ambulatory out-patient clinics of Kenyatta National ...